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Fiat 600 Multipla Marinella

1956Coachwork by Carrozzeria Fissore

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1956
Body style
Spiaggina
Engine
4 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 600 Multipla
Type
Limited
Displacement
633 cc

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Fiat 600 Multipla Marinella is a rare and whimsical beach car, characterized by its unique coachwork crafted by Fissore. This distinctive vehicle features semi-circular passenger seating, which offers a sociable and relaxed arrangement, perfect for leisurely cruises along coastal roads. The interior is adorned with boat-style wood embellishments, evoking a nautical theme that complements its beach car persona. Adding to its charm, the Marinella includes a steering wheel-mounted clock and an opening rigid roof, blending functionality with retro style. The design of the Fiat 600 Multipla Marinella is reminiscent of something from a Jetsons cartoon or a 1950s science fiction film, embodying the era’s styling exuberance. Its playful and futuristic aesthetic makes it stand out, capturing the imagination and embodying the spirit of mid-20th-century automotive innovation. Imagine yourself as a tycoon or a film star on holiday in St. Tropez circa 1960. After enjoying a day on your luxurious Riva boat, you need a stylish and exclusive vehicle to transport you to your villa. Much like commissioning a bespoke suit, you would turn to an exclusive carrozzeria, in this case, Fissore, to create a one-of-a-kind vehicle on the most suitable chassis—the Multipla. Thus, the Fiat 600 Multipla Marinella was born, designed for a wealthy and image-conscious clientele seeking something extraordinary. The Marinella’s production in small series ensures its exclusivity and appeal to those who desire a vehicle that stands out not only for its practicality but also for its unique design and charm. This rare beach car exemplifies the creativity and craftsmanship of its era, making it a prized possession for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited
Body & configuration · Legacy attribution
Spiaggina
Body & configuration · Recorded
Wicker Seats

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
4 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 600 Multipla
Displacement
633 cc
Specification notes
DONOR_BASE_PROJECTION — base-model technical fields projected from VIG-FIA-600-MULTIPLA-COMMERCIAL-FAMILY-1956-1957 because make/model/year match exactly. This does not assert that the coachbuilt/special vehicle retained identical tuning or performance.

Individual vehicle

Documented chassis
081810
Documented chassis count
1

Design & manufacture

Designer · Documented
Giovanni Michelotti
Manufacturer · Documented
Fiat
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Carrozzeria Fissore

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

39° Salone Internazionale dell'Automobile – Torino General · legacy_preserved
Date
1957
Chassis
General

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history1 dated records

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